Pillars: Philanthropy News
30 April 2025

A Living Legacy at UVA Darden: Benches, Trees and the Spaces That Shape Community

During Reunion Weekend, moments of connection blossomed across the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. Beneath spring leaves and over fresh coffee, alumni and friends gathered to celebrate new spaces and lasting tributes — reminders that leadership, love and everyday conversations all have a place in shaping Darden’s future.

29 April 2025

UVA Darden Campaign Momentum Grows with New Principal Donors

A scholarship in honor of a grandfather. A professorship to elevate ethical leadership. A gathering space designed to inspire the next generation of principled decision-makers. These are just a few of the gifts made by the newest members of the Principal Donors Society — individuals, families and organizations whose lifetime giving to the University of Virginia Darden School of Business now exceeds $1 million.

28 April 2025

Biotech Executive Robert J. Hugin Receives Top Alumni Award From UVA Darden

Robert J. Hugin (MBA ’85), former chairman and chief executive officer of Celgene Corporation, has been awarded the Charles C. Abbott Award by the Alumni Association Board of Directors, the University of Virginia Darden School of Business’s highest honor for alumni.

24 April 2025

How One MBA Student Is Changing the Conversation at UVA Darden

Psalms Morales (Class of 2026) was announced as the latest recipient of the Lemuel E. Lewis Bicentennial Award for Global Leadership — a unique, student-led scholarship that recognizes values-driven leadership and a commitment to building understanding across communities.

22 April 2025

Building Community, Building the Future: Darden’s First On-Grounds Housing Begins to Take Shape in Charlottesville

By summer 2027, a new chapter will begin at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. For the first time, Full-Time MBA students will live, learn and build lifelong connections — all right on Grounds.

16 April 2025

Let’s Do The Extraordinary: How Darden’s Thought Leadership is Shaping Business and Society

What happens when the world’s toughest challenges meet the innovative spirit of the University of Virginia Darden School of Business? At Darden, bold ideas shape business and society. Faculty tackle pressing questions — How can business prioritize all stakeholders? What makes for effective ethics guardrails? Can competitors collaborate to solve big problems? — delivering insights that drive real change.